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The EAA Track program is recognized by many as one of the best youth track programs in the state. The tradition continues in the 2012 season with registration in mid-January. We are looking forward to another fantastic track season!
PROGRAM
The EAA track program aims to introduce and promote the sport of track & field to Eagan’s youth. Our goal is to stress the importance of team, friendship and good sportsmanship in the track and field experience. In 2012, we anticipate about 660 children from Grades K – 6 to participate in our program. The season consists of five meets and typically one practice per week. The fee for 2012 is $50 per child.
Running and field events change as your child grows through the program. Our goal is for each child to do one field event and run three races each meet. This aids in their skill development and also stimulates their interest and enthusiasm in track. The K-1 graders start off running a distance from 50 to 100 meters including two shuttle relay events. Field events include the running long jump, standing broad jump, and baseball throw. In the 2nd and 3rd grades, the field events remain the same, but the races are expanded to include the 200 and 400 meters as well as the 4 X 100 meter relay. In 4th, 5th and 6th grades, the events change again. Field events include the shot put, high jump and running long jump. Running events are expanded to include the 55-meter hurdles, 800 meter run, 4 X 200 meter and a medley relay race. We plan to continue with the optional 1,600-meter run for grades 4 – 6.
V0LUNTEERS
Thanks to all of the volunteers who have given time and energy over the past years. We look forward to seeing many familiar faces back with us again, as well as meeting new friends and volunteers.
For the upcoming season, we need Age Group Coordinators as well as new individuals to assist with volunteers, the meets, merchandise, equipment and communications. There are also volunteer opportunities at each track meet to help with field events and timing.
In closing, we are seeking new Track Directors for the 2012 track season. Directors of this program usually have a two-year commitment and this will be our 4th year. We plan to train in a group of volunteers this coming season to form a track board. Email us at track@eaasports.org if you are interested in any of these opportunities or if you have any questions on the upcoming track season.
Top 10 Reminders:
- We will have the older age group of athletes run first, so that the newcomers (Kindergarteners, 2nd graders and 4th graders) can see how the event is run before they actually have to run it. The exception will be the high jump event where the 4th graders will jump first.
- Kindergarten through third grade kids are not permitted to wear spikes. Fourth through sixth grade kids may wear spikes. Only 1/8” pyramid spikes are permitted, no needle spikes are allowed.
- At each meet no child shall run in more than one race more than the fewest number of races run by any other teammate. E.g., if any team member has run in only one (1) race, no other team member may run in more than two (2) races; if all team members have run in two (2) races, no other team member may run in more than three (3) races, etc.
- In the field events, no child will participate in any field event more than twice during the season.
- For the start of each race all runners should report to the starting area immediately upon hearing the first call of the event. There will only be two (2) calls announcing each event. It is incumbent upon the coaches and parents to listen to the calls from the announcers throughout the meet.
- All meets will be held at the Eagan High School Track. All ground rules imposed by Eagan High School are to be observed. This includes no smoking on the school grounds.
- All litter is to be disposed of properly. It is the responsibility of all participants, coaches, volunteers, and spectators to insure the track area is policed for trash at the end of each practice or meet. At the discretion of the Track Director, the meet may be stopped for all attendees to participate in picking up litter and trash.
- No bicycles allowed on the track or infield. High Jump pits are for competition only and are not to be jumped or played on.
- The football infield is generally off limits to all participants, coaches and spectators. Team gatherings are to occur in designated areas only.
- The decision to cancel a meet due to inclement weather will be made by the Track Director in consultation with the grade coordinators. Make up meets will be scheduled if an opportunity exists. In general, rain, in and of itself, will not be grounds for cancellation.
Darcy Schatz
Communications Manager
2012 Track Fees
$50 for all ages (K - 6th)
Dates
Registration Opens: February 6
$10 Late Fee Applies: March 7
Registration Closes: March 16
Coaches Meeting: April 10 at 6:30pm - DHMS, Lecture Room A
Practices: Typically once a week at Eagan High School or Northview Park
Track Meets: Five consecutive weekends starting April 20-21 through May 18-19
- Held at Eagan High School
- Grades 4-6: Fridays at 6pm or Saturdays at 3pm
- Grades K-1: Saturdays at 9:30am
- Grades 2-3: Saturdays at Noon
